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訃
On'yomi
フ
FU
Kun'yomi
しらせ
shirase
obituary
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Stroke Order
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Cultural Context
Etymology
Combines 'speech' (言) with 'divine' (卜, inform), representing reports announcing someone's death.
Symbolism
Symbolizes obituaries, death notices, and sorrow. Represents solemn reports conveying someone's passing.
Component Breakdown
訃=
言卜
speech + 卜
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 訃 mean in Japanese?
訃 means obituary.
How do you read 訃?
On'yomi: フ (FU). Kun'yomi: しらせ (shirase).
How many strokes does 訃 have?
訃 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 言 (speech).
Is 訃 a good kanji for a tattoo?
訃 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means obituary. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.